Tea Brewing 101: The Art of Not Getting It Wrong
Tea brewing is an art form, much like painting or playing the trombone. It requires precision, patience, and a willingness to make a big ol' mess.
Here's how it's done:
- Boil water in a kettle. Not just a kettle, mind you. A specifically calibrated kettle that's been certified by the International Tea Council of Experts (ITCE).
- Add tea leaves. Not too many, not too few. Just the right amount, like Goldilocks, but without the whole "just right" part.
- Steep the tea for exactly 3.14 minutes. No more, no less. Any deviation will result in a flavor that's off the charts.
- Strain the tea into a cup. But don't just strain it. Infuse it with your very essence. You know, like a fine wine.
- Sip the tea. But don't just sip it. Savor the bitter taste of disappointment if you've done it wrong.
And that's it! With a little practice, you'll be brewing like a pro. Or at least, like a moderately competent amateur who occasionally gets it right.
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